Health & Beauty Volunteer
About this role
Being in hospital is a difficult experience for anyone, but particularly for children and young people, who are away from their home comforts and regular routine. Many would benefit from a boost in confidence and self-esteem or simply a special treat. That's where you come in! Help brighten up a patient's day and make them feel much better by offering a short beauty treatment or mini pampering session. This could be in the form of hair care, nail painting or make up.
To be accepted for this role, you must:
- Be aged over 18
- Pass a PVG check and occupational health screening
- Supply two satisfactory references
- NB - Gel nails and nail varnish cannot be worn if you are accepted for this ward based volunteer role. This is due to infection control regulations.
What we're looking for:
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Qualifications and experience in hair, make up and beauty treatments
- Confidence and being pro-active in interacting with children and young people
- Able to relate to people in a friendly and calm manner
- Ability to empathise and to maintain complete confidentiality
- Adaptable, flexible and willing to learn
- Tactful and diplomatic, especially in stressful or emotional situations
- Creative, confident and enthusiastic
- Polite, courteous and reliable
DESIRED CRITERIA
- Volunteering experience
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment and/or with children and young people
- Recognition of the importance of boundaries and confidentiality
What we can offer you:
- A unique and rewarding volunteer role
- Full training and hospital orientation
- Great experience for your CV
Time Requirements:
We ask you to commit to a minimum of one three hour shift per week (Afternoon, Monday or Friday) for a minimum of 12 months.